Finance & Management Science - Tenure Track Position

Applications are invited from qualified individuals for a tenure track position with the Department of Finance & Management Science. The successful candidate will be required to initiate, lead, and participate in research activities, pursue external funding to support such research activities, teach undergraduate and graduate courses in areas related to management information systems (interest and ability to teach courses related to supply chain management is a plus), supervise student research projects, and undertake relevant administrative activities, including meetings and committee work, in a collaborative, collegial environment, where teaching expertise and the ability to publish research in quality journals are highly valued.

The AACSB-accredited Edwards School of Business has an undergraduate business program with approximately 2,500 students. We also have thriving M.Sc. in Management, Master of Professional Accounting, and MBA programs. The school is also a contributor to the Ph.D. in Applied Economics program. Please visit our website at http://www.edwards.usask.ca for more information about the Edwards School of Business.

The University of Saskatchewan’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. The University of Saskatchewan is located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, a city with a diverse and thriving economic base, a vibrant arts community and a full range of leisure opportunities. The University has a reputation for excellence in teaching, research, and scholarly activities and it offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs to a student population of more than 25,000.

Qualifications
The minimum qualifications are a Ph.D. degree specializing in Management Information Systems (or relevant areas) from a recognized university (an AACSB accredited institution is strongly preferred), which must be completed before the start date. Candidates must have an interest and the ability to engage in scholarly activities as evidenced by an established research agenda with the potential to publish high-quality research in leading management information systems, business analytics, supply chain management, management science, or operations management journals. They must also demonstrate effective classroom teaching skills and student mentorship abilities in areas related to management information systems and supply chain management, as well as effective interpersonal and communication skills. The candidate is expected to teach both undergraduate and graduate courses and supervise research-orientated graduate and undergraduate students (B.Comm. Honours, MSc in Management, and Ph.D. in Applied Economics), with a typical teaching load of four courses per year. Being familiar with big data analytics tools and optimization, simulation, and ERP software would be an asset.

The starting salary bands for the 2025-2026 academic year are as follows: Assistant Professor: $110,489 to $131,909; Associate Professor: $131,909 to $153,329; and Professor $153,329 to $178,319 with a higher starting salary in rare and exceptional circumstances pursuant to Article 18.2.6.12 of the 2023-2027 USFA Collective Agreement (https://careers.usask.ca/agreements/usfa/).

This position offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes a dental, health, and extended vision care plan, pension plan, life insurance (compulsory and voluntary), academic long-term disability, sick leave, travel insurance, death benefits, an employee assistance program, a professional expense allowance, and a flexible health and wellness spending program.

Interested candidates must submit via email, a cover letter, a detailed curriculum vitae, research statement including sample research papers, a teaching statement including teaching evaluations, and shortlisted candidates should arrange for three letters of reference to be sent to:

Abdullah, Department Head                                                              
Finance & Management Science
Email: [email protected] 

Due to federal immigration requirements, we also ask candidates to indicate whether they are Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or are otherwise already authorized to work at this position for the duration of the appointment, with an explanation if this last category is indicated.

The review of applications will begin on April 15, 2025; however, applications will be accepted and evaluated until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2025.

The University believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion strengthen the community and enhance excellence, innovation and creativity. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments. In alignment with the University’s employment equity mandate, we encourage applications from Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and women. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

We are committed to providing accommodation to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request.

The University of Saskatchewan main campus is located in Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and Métis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan.